Sir Sean Connery Accepts AFI Life Achievement Award in 2006

[@CDFCaptain93]

"My feet are tired, my heart is not." Wow, that hit home for me. RIP Sir Sean Connery.

[@NiVi192]

... Nevermind, I just wanted to have a good cry anyway!

[@miag6372]

He was truly the biggest actor in film industry. He inspired so many young actors. His voice was so gentle and calm. To me, he was the best James Bond in all franchise of James Bond movies. RIP Sir

[@RogueCylon]

The definitive Bond, and a gentleman, knowing this was coming made it no easier. But he sure lived a full life!

[@susanaarbocco1474]

He was the best James Bond

[@roisinoconnell3296]

👐🏻 Most definitely The Best 007

[@justafoodie3575]

Totally agree. My dad adored him. And when he first introduced me to Bond films, I instantly knew why he was so loved. His screen presence was arguably the best among all the actors who played the part. He defined the role so distinctly that every Bond actor after him had his undeniable influence when they took up the part. His swagger, his charm, his confidence and his gentlemanly demeanour will never be forgotten.. Rest In Peace sir Sean!

[@carolinejeanallincarolj]

I saw so many brilliant movies of Sean Connery, the best James bond ever

[@FrankValchiria]

one of the last gentlemen , a class Act. rest in peace Sir Sean.

[@fiftyeggs777]

He’s in a... league, if you will... of extraordinary gentlemen.

[@CdnWolfe]

@@fiftyeggs777 and women :)

[@hbabar2007]

100% agreed.

[@shawngordon6626]

WOW I NAME AFTER YOU HANDSOME BLUE EYES THE MOVE YOU MADE IN THE BAHAMAS 🇧🇸 MY NICKNAME IS 007

[@maxcady645]

a true gentlemen, only giving the occasional slap to a woman ; )

[@ksal2299]

“When i was young, we did not know we lacked anything, because we did not have anything to compare it to, and there is a freedom in that....”

[@paulvandijck6476]

A very profound statement by Sean Connery!

[@paulvandijck6476]

@@MuzzCat05 I think I understand you! Best wishes!

[@paulvandijck6476]

@@MuzzCat05- I am a Dutchman of 72 living in France. My mother had 11 sons. My father came out of the Second World War wounded psychologically and my eldest brothers started working just after the war, when they were 11, 13 and 14 years old. I am very proud of my brothers whose young lives started not very well. They all did well inspite of this. Yes, I too, do not worry about the pandemic. But I feel very sorry for all the people who lost a beloved relative, friend or job. The pandemic has shown the failings of a very unjust and perverse political and economic system, which has favored the very rich and has demonstrated the contempt for the ordinary working men and women. I hope you are doing okay, too!

[@markroach4383]

Saw. Him. In. Dr. No. I. Was. 4. In. Jamaica. At. The. Majestic. Theatre. Love. His. Interpitation. Of his. Craft. There. Will. Never. Be. Another. Rip. My. Brotha 😭😭😭😭🙏💞💞💞🥃🥃🍾🍾🍾🥂🥂😔

[@bayaavarn4349]

He didn't lack anything....

[@LibertyScholar]

4:56 "I got my break, big break, when I was 5 years old, and it's taken me more than 70 years to realize it. You see, at five I learned to read. It's that simple and it's that profound."

[@robertmurry1442]

If only he had read lord of the rings in his childhood. major ommph on that one old chap. league of extraordinary gentleman was good... but... you know the rest.

[@emperorreign6154]

@@robertmurry1442 saying that, not many people can pass up on lord of the rings and still end up a Legend.

[@robertmurry1442]

@@emperorreign6154 still. that speaks for itself. LOTR possibly could have been the biggest blockbuster of ALL time(not saying that it isnt already epicly most badass)

[@titankiller666]

There will be nobody like him ever again.

[@lindapirie7021]

@@BubblesBubbles He definitely never beat his second wife Micheline, who he was married to for 45 years and who was with him when he died. She sang his praises as a husband. His first wife accused him of beating her, but that was never proven.

[@sophieseeker929]

​@@lindapirie7021 That was the rant of a divorce n cash craving person . WHY did YOU need to bring it up here ? ?

[@lindapirie7021]

@@sophieseeker929 No need to raise your voice and post aggressively. Also, I don't know what you're talking about. I was defending Sean Connery against what I saw as unproven accusations.

[@jakcarn4184]

Wait till Clint Eastwood goes . He will be remembered for a long time and channels will show his movies constantly

[@stanfordcoffee]

What about Tom Hanks?

[@hectoracevedo1994]

Rest in peace Sir Sean. You lived with passion, respect, and toughness. Time for a martini.

[@cactusrose6646]

Shaken, not Stirred.

[@scotthamp384]

A vodka martini

[@hectoracevedo1994]

@@scotthamp384 This 👆💪

[@alanbbrady8196]

Yesh.

[@kristiand1083]

RIP Sir Sean Connery. Today the world has lost a legend, a true class act. May his legacy live on.

[@johnmunro4952]

remembering his parents. Remembering his education. A Titan.He really is.

[@ruthmcclounnan4281]

me and him are from the same place beautiful Edinburgh, Scotland

[@JimA-pp2nu]

he's a fucking asshole, trust me

[@xandaomotogp5410]

@@JimA-pp2nu shut up, looser

[@paulvandijck6476]

@@JimA-pp2nu - Nobody said he is a saint or perfect!

[@lifestyles2482]

Can’t believe he’s gone. The best. It hurt me when I read it. More than I thought.

[@nicolakirton2252]

Yeah, it feels silly and probably a little out of proportion for someone I never met and never knew but I felt hurt and very sad to hear the news that Sean Connery had passed away. Sean always made me very proud to be Scottish, he was a true gentleman and, for someone so handsome, he was always very humble, not often you get that combination, but Sean had it in spades. RIP SEAN CONNERY

[@Kainthemain]

dude he was 90......

[@lifestyles2482]

Kainthemain I’ve lost a bunch of ppl I love this year. You know, maybe related to the pandemic and shit...so uh, hate to see another legend go.

[@freespirit5662]

@@lifestyles2482 I cried and I assume it. He was this kind of artists who color your life with his charisma and talent in every movie. I knew since i was a kid i would be sad when Sean Connery would die. He was one in a million. Farewell, Sir Sean Connery, the scottish gentleman who wanted to be a king, and did it.

[@EricDohlon]

A real gentleman that commands respect whenever he enters a room.

[@TheSubwaysurfer]

I got my big break at five...when I learned to read. How awesome and dividing a line is that? This man has such class. And humility. I always love to hear Sean speak. It's so heartfelt and honest.

[@JKentF]

This is the best AFI acceptance speech. The part about reading hits hard. "It's that simple, and it's that profound".

[@chrishager3308]

Why is it that we often forget the simplest things?

[@PlayItAgainTubeSam]

Oftentimes it's hard to accept the simple, basic things. Or to keep it that way.

[@johnb.8687]

I don’t get it. He learned to read that was his big break? Shit I know how to read but I haven’t become the greatest actor ever

[@chriscarter3349]

@@johnb.8687 in his day reading wasnt a given guarentee. Most kids worked and got no education

[@craigjgomez]

I say this all the time, I don't believe in calling anything the "best" for one simple reason. When something comes to an end, you can rate and decide the best. But, when the arts have existed since before Shakespeare and Mozart and Van Gogh, they will never end. So, while this can be one of the best, it can never be the best. Some say Babe Ruth was the best. I say Willie Mays was the best. However, Sammy Sosa, Barry Bonds and Mark McGwire can never be the best and we all know why. I add this because I will always remember Sir Lawrence Olivier being presented an Academy Award for lifetime achievement and his speech is something I can remember today as mindblowing. Not the best but close. I believe it was 1979. Check it out.

[@alexahenderson1044]

im scottish and this brings a tear to my eye watching him dance to the bagpipes. He make us so proud. !

[@rswpt]

He will remain forever as one of Scotland's greatest treasures, a model to us all, men, of what a real man actually is, class, legend.

[@Thewatchinglad]

I’m not Scottish but I wish I was to feel more proud of the existence and legacy of Sir Sean Connery RIP.

[@williamdrijver4141]

Beautiful speech: funny, witty, touching, perfect timing, what a fabulous man and actor!

[@alanhigh8125]

The best acceptance speech I've ever heard. The man is just epic.

[@maxbokol]

I know we will never have another Sean Connery. Such a good role model, so much class and a man of great talent. I miss watching him.

[@ftlshome1]

i love at 5:00 you could hear a pin drop while he's speaking....that is a man ruling the room....in control....wonderful award

[@gilmayer1]

RIP Sir Sean Connery 1930-2020 . As Harrison Ford said: "Sean Connery you gave us the world". . Which he did. . From "James Bond" to "The Name of the Rose", from "Indiana Jones" to "The Untouchables", from "The Rock" to "The Hunt for Red October" and many more iconic roles. . One of our most favourite and beloved actors of all time. . RIP Sir Sean ❤️🙏📽🎬

[@francarrey7501]

Loved him in the original Highlander movie, the James Bond films, and the third Indiana Jones movie.

[@NiVi192]

​@francarrey7501 Right! The Highlander, The Anderson Tapes, The Man who would be King, Murder on the Orient Express, Entrapment, Finding Forrester, First Knight even The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, though he hated the production.

[@PortugaDude]

The league of extraordinary gentleman .. RIP, Sir Sean Connery !

[@chedelirio6984]

"I got my big break when I was 5 years old ... I learned to read..." WE got a big break. Thank you, and farewell, sir Sean.

[@ovaisnaqvi1965]

RIP Sean. A brilliant actor and a truly great man. He made the world an exciting and daring place.

[@danielmartel3047]

There is NO ONE as CLASSY as SEAN. He is the Ultimate Male Model for us guys who still believe in what real men are all about. Thanks Mister Sean Connery.

[@bqrre]

The truth has been spoken!

[@redfield1007]

Very true. Even the part about hitting women with an open hand ; )

[@blackfyre5158]

Daniel Martel very well said

[@happyme6153]

Yes exactly.

[@memoranda1]

i wonder how many feminists want him dead just for that open hand comment.

[@janemarett1885]

There will never be a OO7 Bond like him again , he set the standard for the best OO7 Bond .

[@al307antony2]

How fitting that he's the 34th recipient of such an award. 3 + 4 = 7 007

[@bobbyjensen264]

Kind of a strech, but the sentiment is well intentioned, without a doubt

[@narvelancoleman8597]

Good example of Numerology; where compiling numbers that occurs within your personal life may have some significance....and I think this definitely works here.

[@raquelromero9940]

❤​@@bobbyjensen264

[@Macleodking]

It's wonderful that Sean salutes the writing; the books, the plays, and the scripts. Without these, there would be no plays, movies, or TV shows. When accepting awards, too many actors ignore writers and salute the directors as though they are the true geniuses in the productions. Directors INTERPRET from the writing, just like actors do. In fact , virtually every major player - cinematographer, art director, special effects supervisor, sound effects men - read the script so they know what they have to produce.

[@LeadershipAlliance]

Macleodking Beautifully said. Without those written blueprints, there would be no plays, films nor performances for us to enjoy and remember.

[@thomasphansavanh]

Real talk my friend

[@waynej2608]

That's spot on. The now, late, great Sean Connery was the quintessential James Bond. He brought his all, to the character, and made it iconic. But, it also helped that they were so well written, inspired adaptations of the great Ian Fleming's work. Pierce Brosnon, I think, was very suitable to the role. But, unlike Connery, didn't seem to have the benefit of good writing. This is a prime example of the essential importance of sound writing, in film. It is, so key.

[@myyiam]

“My feet are tired... my heart is not“ ...what a classy, kind, witty,and handsome man..

[@meganhallisey7028]

No offense to any other actor that played James Bond, but Sir Sean Connery is my James Bond. He is awesome. He will make a cool grandpa. His grandkids are lucky to have him as a grandfather.

[@davidmatthews5574]

Megan Hallisey )77

[@davidschmidt6013]

Megan you got it right! Sean Connery OWNED that role, the rest were just imitators.

[@Locktwiste72]

I was born the year before Roger Moore took the reins of 007 so he was my James Bond growing up. But to me, Sean Connery is the definitive James Bond. My father's generation - the Baby Boomers - is lucky indeed to have grown up during that magnificent era.

[@ForceMaximus84]

Oh, all the actors who play Bond know he’ll always be the best one.

[@rochapman8369]

i agree The Man !!

[@catholiccavalier4166]

Sean Connery, Morgan Freeman, and James Earl Jones...if I could have those three narrate my life story, that would be amazing.

[@josephsharp5678]

Add Sir David Attenborough, Baron Lawrence Olivier and Peter O'Toole to that list. All such incredible voices.

[@philsarkol341]

A true moviestar in the old way..gentleman, always honest to his Scottish roots, nice to see him accepting this award with such an eloquent speech..RIP Sir

[@rickenbacker40011]

didnt know we lacked anything, that quote, so wonderful

[@stevegriffiths5364]

I sat here today watching Sean at the " AFI lifetime awards ". Thinking to myself..how old we must one day become. And one day it will be a sad day when we pass on. I feel a tear roll down my cheek thinking of a world without Sir Sean...one of a kind and I guess I'm not the only one...we salute you...Sir

[@aliciaruiz6705]

I love what you said,and one day he will be gone,and that will make me sad.Thank you for your words on this great actor and person

[@mrtqtran]

Well said Steve. We are all destined for the same fate one of these days. Enjoy life. Treat others the way you want to be treated. I'm not sure there's much more to life than that.

[@ozneroll2132]

Steve Griffiths.....I too was thinking the same thing (about aging) as I was watching this. Time destroys us all....there's no escape....just enjoy the ride of life with family and friends....... and as one of your other commentators said...."treat others the way you want to be treated".

[@j.chrisjohnston5853]

Today is the sad day.

[@Benderbruben]

Sir Sean Connery YOU ARE A LEGEND... THE DAY YOU LEAVE US... WILL BE A SAD DAY FOR THE WORLD...

[@040yeah]

Benderbruben why talk about Death when hes still alive?

[@dsevenb]

because people are both dramatic and stupid

[@gingerspencerlynch2884]

Well he live us today. And is a real sad day. Part. Big part of real classy and Magic of Bond leaves with Him. Rest in Peace Sir Thomas Sean Bond

[@JK-kv1xl]

@mike wright kooi

[@高海利]

GOD FORBID!!

[@PierluigiPuccini]

That was a magnificent speech. Thank you Mr. Connery. A true film star.

[@mallarduk]

Well he's reached the 3rd act now and we all thank him for the first 2. RIP Sir Sean.

[@baboom007]

Best heartfelt and sincere speech ever

[@chocolatedippedroach]

Adi Adrian check out jack nicholsons second oscar win...its good.

[@chocolatedippedroach]

Adi Adrian sorry, meant his afi speech.

[@zlamelie]

I've watched this an unhealthy number of times and it makes me emotional every single time. I hope Mr. Connery is doing well, I wish I could've met him. This speech alone shows what a class act he is.

[@LukeLovesRose]

RIP to one of our greatest on-screen heroes. A legend in every way. It's almost devastating to think about his passing even now. Sean was such an icon of courage, strength and wisdom. And this is the time when we need him most.

[@majortom4658]

The alpha male, the smile, ridiculously infectious, his acceptance, absolutely riveting, love seeing the man laughing & having a great time !

[@NiVi192]

What I love about this special man is that he sure is an alpha male here, there's no denying it. But he's a NATURAL and DESERVED alpha, no arrogant, overcompensating a**hole desperately trying to prove anything to anyone. Quite the contrary! Sir Sean Connery was 1000% a self-made man who came from very, very little and became an icon through nothing but his hard work, diligence, dedication (though never obsession), eloquence and cleverness (though no snobbishness), always the right combination of toughness, kindness and coolness, charisma, intelligent humor, charity, integrity and quite simply authenticity! The man was so authentic and multi-faceted, that his masculinity didn't feel toxic or over the top, at least not when he was getting older + more mature. - And this is coming from a 28-year-old feminist (that's right! Feminism is about empowering women, not emasculating men)!

[@shootybaking]

This is beautiful. A moment missed, a moment passed but beautiful forever.

[@RobertoMateu]

"Memories of working with people who are fun and industrious, talented and enthusiastic. These are all the qualities that I find admirable." Something to remember.

[@RowdyYates007YNWA]

I tear up watching this every time, a great man and a mans man…RIP Mr Connery

[@TheSomeChanter]

A Scottish icon, his Scottish values shone through, always. RIP Sean Connery

[@BlytheWorld1972]

100% miss him so much

[@MacSteve07]

True Legend, we`ll miss your personality and presence.

[@NCIStracephone]

You said it right. He set the bar very high for James Bond and many memorable characters he played. Shaken, not stirred. Very classy man indeed. He was the key to immortality and he lived a life worth remembering. Straight up.

[@bradmenpes809]

Surely the best acceptance speech for an AFI lifetime achievement award. Vale, Sean. You were absolutely one of a kind.

[@Daredoall]

'It's that simple, and it's that profound...' when he said that, my sudden respect for this man's poetic heart increased exponentially. What a legend!

[@michaelpowell5266]

Indiana Jones & The Last Crusade remains one of the greatest adventure movies of all time and two of the reasons were Sir Sean Connery and Harrison Ford. Now, if CBS can re-air Indiana Jones & The Last Crusade, preferably on Thanksgiving, that would be a major plus!!!

[@freespirit5662]

Michael Powell this movie was a pure delight. Remember on the plane, DoctorJones shooting the tail all by himself, then saying "Sorry Son. They got us." I think i peed in my pants laughing too much.

[@kennethliyanto9833]

The father-son relationship was just way too entertaining! It was my favourite Indiana Jones film!

[@freespirit5662]

@@kennethliyanto9833 the balance between Harrison Ford and Sean Connery was amazing... One of the rarest movies where Sean Connery was co starring but where his charisma and talent was not eclipsing the other one, but was cooking a miracle. Not so easy to shine while Sean is your partner! He was naturally the one you remember. In The Rock, I remember him as "the" leading Man. The same in Red October (he was so excellent in it!) But some actors managed to play at the same level, like HF in the Last Crusade. Remember Family Business, with Dustin Hoffman ? A real little gem.

[@caroldavis2363]

Such a handsome, wonderful, gentleman. He gave credit to others and gratefully accepted the award. Prayers for his family. God bless you. 😘🙏🏼💜

[@AmateurCrastinator]

I love this man. Always will. It's too sad to know him being not too well nowadays. All the best from a humble admirer.

[@BullrockMcHammergeil]

He made it another 6 years.

[@Theyrun]

Left school at 13 and that well spoken. Sean Connery is a Man's Man.

[@TobyKearton]

RIP Sir Sean Connery - A true legend - (1930 - 2020)

[@johannoosthuizen5422]

his voice, his words, what a joy to listen to him. A gentle, noble man. to me he was a stunning man.

[@monkmonk6068]

SEAN CONNERY - ...."shaken and not stirred...," "BOND, James Bond!" The handsomest man in the world! Fell in love with him in 1964 and it has lasted til now. A wonderful and great actor.

[@samdebbieshorter1771]

That is my husband's response every time he orders a drink, even if it's just iced tea. Who else could make a statement so iconic?

[@b1mfua33]

Thank you for everything you gave us,on film,on stage. You are respected and loved throughout the world. Rest In Peace Sir. Sean.

[@coopersbullhorn]

it's so great to hear him speak. It's been a long time and no one sounds like him! Be proud Scotland

[@AndreaLabate]

"I smiled through his whole speech. It made feel happy. " thank you Sean, you're untouchable.

[@rushmore3927]

He was 74 here and seems older than that due to illness at the time. True absolute legend and admirable he accepted to attend.

[@NiVi192]

Do you know, what it was that he had at the time?

[@rushmore3927]

@@NiVi192 Chronic pneumonia issues at the time.

[@NiVi192]

@@rushmore3927 Oh beautiful! 😣 No wonder speaking was so exhausting for him! Do you happen to know how people get chronic pneumonia? I know that it usually starts with a bacterial, viral or mycosis infection, but how does it still get chronical in the 21st-century (for a person with access to top healthcare)? Just out of curiosity.

[@metadietz8606]

Pure class .... Thank you Sir Sean for all the great films, never better ......

[@mangobrother]

Pure class. God bless him.

[@adambrosche5894]

R.I.P Sir. Sean Connery, you will forever be remembered as the greatest bond ever.

[@LPJack02]

RIP and long live Sir Sean Connery (August 25, 1930 - October 31, 2020), aged 90 You will always be remembered as a legend.

[@nanthil]

I saw hunt for the red october when I was 5. He's been my favorite actor ever since. I have all of his films on my shelf.

[@devoteeofgeorgesmiley7184]

"Life is good, but isn't the third act shit?" Sean Connery is a Legend.

[@sreejitnair6676]

The Oscar award was so lucky that it was once received by Sir Sean Connery..

[@NiVi192]

Very well said! 👏🏽

[@tyroneloki5131]

"like shoveling shit uphill" "when i was 5 i learned to read...its that simple....its that profound" "tho my feet are tired, my heart is not"

[@marcosmartins7581]

A truly incredible individual, unique and talented... Leaves us poorer, indeed... RIP, Sir Sean

[@JediPhoenix1976]

"I'm more than pleased that you like my work. I have to admit it looked pretty damn good from where i was sitting." Damn right. This man was so much more than James Bond. Forever one of my favorites.

[@steven1863]

R.I.P Sir Sean! He was a great actor and a great man! His dead makes me very sad.

[@bratrat]

"Life is good; but isn't the third act SHIT?" Love you, Sir Sean!

[@bratrat]

I believe he meant when you die.

[@jeanderbar]

***** Growing old sucks.

[@lessismore6944]

Janne S Better grow old than die young, I guess

[@Mozart1220]

He meant growing old.

[@googoo-gjoob]

no....he meant aging.

[@7775Kevin]

One of my favorite actors of all time.

[@aliciaruiz6705]

Mine too

[@irmakkurt8454]

I have great respect for this great man

[@billygillan821]

There only will be one Bond and that's Sean,Sean Connery

[@justbeyourself8515]

From China: Sir Sean, you have no idea how much impact your character and your movies have on our generation. You brought us hope, knowledge, charm, wisdom, dignity, respect and all the positive energy that one could strive for in life. We honour you and shall miss you forever. Rest in peace. Love you forever

[@tumiantumi4726]

Even though i never met him, as a nobody from Iceland, and probably never would have anyway, i miss him already...i loved his movies...his presence on the screen, his carisma, his voice, just everything....now in Corona times most of us have time...a good time to do the "Seanathon"...that ist watching all his Bond movies in one day...Dear Sir Sean...may you rest in eternal peace...the world is not the same without you...

[@sherryblack7282]

His speech teared me up, so well spoken

[@fay-amieaspen6046]

Named my son Sean after him.

[@farismag]

That is nice of you Goodwin, your son won a good name!

[@seanstandup9157]

My father also named me after Sean.

[@rudolftrost3534]

Indiana Jones and James Bond on the same stage and nothing happened?

[@NemeanLion-]

Awesomeness happened

[@reinacoffee8557]

Indi and Dad Henry together alas!

[@jv-lk7bc]

Ford has too much class to take any limelight away from Connery. The fact that he was there says it all.

[@terryrulestheworld2]

Henry Jones Senior and JUNIOR

[@SARISS80]

Actually they are Henry and Indianna Jones

[@pigeontales_rajamadhi]

Sean is irreplaceable.... Long Live this Legend.

[@Bartazs1982]

RIP Sir Sean Connery. One of the best that have ever done it on the big screen.

[@cyanide316]

Mr. Connery....you are the real 007...everyone else is just copy....god bless you sir...you are indeed a legend...

[@zlamelie]

I watch this now and then. Such poise and eloquence this smart gentleman had. I'm saddened by this loss as a friend would be. Rest in peace, sir Sean. Say hi to my dad who was the biggest fan and made me one. Your movies will always be a dear reminder.🖤

[@BigSwitz98]

What an amazing, heartfelt speech by an amazing man. Connery is, in every sense of the word, a true gentleman and lives that in everything he does.May God bless you even more than He already has, Mr. Connery, and my heartfelt congratulations on an outstanding career.

[@eled5728]

Your Acts Left Major impact on my life since 1963, Sir Connery you will continue to be a legend. God bless you

[@stovies5]

Scotland has lost a giant. Condolences to Sean's family. We will achieve his dream of independence. Thank you big Tam!

[@rareavisfugit]

I was working at a restaurant. Sir Connery was eating dinner. I walked past his table. He was wearing a cashmere robins egg sweater. I ran my hands over his back. He looked shocked and back at me. I shrugged and said I just couldn’t help myself, sir. He replied ‘Of course, you couldn’t and winked. I can still feel those muscles and the cashmere. Top ten moments of my life!!!

[@greenscarab2]

I am glad he received the award as he should have received many more💝

[@GUNMETALGUYUSA]

Sean Connery was one of those actors whose mere presence added to a movie Also he will forever be 007. GODSPEED Mr. Connery.

[@mkarnerfors]

Ah, how I love that straightening of the jacket and tie after the dance. :) Sir Sean Connery, I am glad to see you get recogniced in this huge way while you are still alive. The AFI are not the only ones that love your work. Thank you, so much.

[@williammichal]

I agree it is a fantastic speech. I also know that he is quoting his book when he refers to his big break and childhood, I am reading it currently and I recommend it.

[@kopec82]

His voice!!! Oh man!! Love it!

[@jothompson6531]

Legend for sure Mr. Connery we salute you

[@philipseballos8892]

Sean Connery is THE only James Bond who plays the role with perfection..More than that, ,he exudes class,humility,and so cool without trying hard.

[@flyjoseph6355]

Total badass, perfectly spoken and poised speech

[@Jorge-ty4co]

Sean Connery was a Legend.

[@mikew6412]

An amazing actor and legend of the silver screen who will never be forgotten. He made James Bond, RIP Sir Sean Connery

[@paulw1798]

Such a versatile actor. His range of accents was unparalleled. He ranged from posh Scottish all the way to.......er....posh Scottish.

[@lmaf1974]

Beautiful speech! What a great man.

[@keenanforytube]

I am happy to say that I was able to read all of Ian Fleming works at the age of 6 because my uncle had them on his book shelf. There is only one James Bond and that is Sean Connery.

[@humbertoflores2545]

Wow.. what a collection of books..!

[@Throwmethewhip]

They give these things to everybody it seems. Few deserve them, but Sean does.

[@papahai9591]

Not really,the afi is the highest honor in the movie industry even bigger than the oscars

[@jokermann01]

It just seems that way because there's tons of great actors around.

[@Lasse3]

somehow that were a powerful speech. The good night at the end... can't put my finger on it, but it was aweinspiring.